Glacier Mass Loss in the Hindu Kush Himalayas

The Hindu Kush Himalayas (HKH) region is experiencing a rapid loss of glacier mass, as highlighted in a recent report by the International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD). This concerning trend has significant implications for water resources, ecosystems, and ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs

IGAD Regional Focus of the Global Report on Food Crises (GRFC) 2023

The African continent is currently facing an escalating hunger crisis, with projections indicating that up to 30 million people across multiple countries will require humanitarian food assistance this year. The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), consisting of eight member states, ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Treaty

A significant milestone was achieved as the United Nations adopted the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Treaty (BBNJ), popularly known as the High Seas Treaty. This groundbreaking international agreement aims to regulate activities and protect the environment in the vast areas ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: International / World Current Affairs

Report Reveals Europe’s Heatwave and Climate Change Impacts

A comprehensive report by the World Meteorological Organization and the European Union’s Copernicus Climate Change Service has highlighted the concerning effects of climate change on Europe. The continent experienced an alarming temperature increase of 2.3 degrees Celsius last year compared ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: Environment Current Affairs

Study Reveals Concerning Microplastic Inhalation by Humans

A recent study published in the journal Physics of Fluids has shed light on the alarming issue of microplastic inhalation by humans. The study utilized a computer model to analyze the transport and deposition of microplastics in the upper airway. ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: Science & Technology Current Affairs

DAKSHTA For Young Professionals

The central government of India has recently introduced a new curated collection of courses called “Dakshta” on the iGOT Karmayogi Platform. The iGOT Karmayogi platform serves as a comprehensive portal aimed at capacity-building for government officials. With the inclusion of ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

20th Foundation Day of NIXI

The National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) recently celebrated its 20th Foundation Day, marking a significant milestone in its journey of building India’s internet infrastructure. As a not-for-profit (Section 8) company operating under the Ministry of Electronics and IT (MeitY), ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Ex Khaan Quest 2023

The multinational peacekeeping joint exercise, Ex Khaan Quest 2023, has commenced in Mongolia, marking an important event in the realm of international military cooperation. This 14-day exercise aims to enhance interoperability, share experiences, and train uniformed personnel for United Nations ..

Month: Current Affairs - June, 2023

Category: Defence Current Affairs

Current Affairs- Today’s Headlines: June 20, 2023

Here are Today’s News Headlines by GK Today for June 20, 2023 INDIA Bureau of Indian Standards makes license mandatory for 24 footwear products from 1st July. India to gift indigenously-built in-service Missile Corvette INS Kirpan to Vietnam. Indian Army ..

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : June 20, 2023

1. Which institution has released the report named – “Detox Development: Repurposing Environmentally Harmful Subsidies”? [A] IMF[B] World Bank[C] NITI Aayog[D] WEF Show Answer Correct Answer: B [World Bank] Notes:A report titled “Detox Development: Repurposing Environmentally Harmful Subsidies” was released ..